By Halimah Olamide
Akwa Ibom State has been plunged into a state of mourning, following the passing of the First Lady, Patience Umo Eno.
The shocking news was announced by the State’s Commissioner of Information, Ini Ememobong in the early hours of Friday.
According to Ememobong, the First Lady died on Thursday in a hospital following a brief illness.
“The family submits to the will of the Almighty and asks for the prayers and support of kind-hearted individuals during this difficult time.
“Further details will be provided by the family as necessary. In the meantime, the family kindly requests privacy as they mourn their beloved wife, mother and grandmother.
“His Excellency, the Governor, Pastor Umo Eno appreciates all who have stood by the first family in this period and assures all the citizens that despite this huge personal loss, his commitment to the service of the state is unwavering.”